6GK1561-3AA01 is a Siemens SIMATIC NET CP 5613 A2 PCI communications processor for connection to PROFIBUS. It is supplied as a spare part for legacy PC-based applications.
The package includes DP-Base software and a configuration tool with a DP-RAM interface for DP master operation, PG communication and the FDL protocol. It provides a single runtime license, Class A.
Siemens identifies the product for old Windows XP applications and recommends CP 5613 A3 order number 6GK1561-3AA02 for Windows 7 and later migration.
It is used for PC-based PROFIBUS DP master, programming-device and FDL communication in legacy automation systems.
It is intended for PC stations with a compatible PCI slot and SIMATIC NET software supporting CP 5613 A2 and PROFIBUS DP.
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The package is intended for legacy applications and includes DP-Base software, a configuration tool and a single runtime license. Confirm supported SIMATIC NET software and operating system versions.
It is used for PC-based PROFIBUS DP master, programming-device and FDL communication in legacy automation systems.
It is intended for PC stations with a compatible PCI slot and SIMATIC NET software supporting CP 5613 A2 and PROFIBUS DP.
For Windows 7 and later applications, Siemens recommends CP 5613 A3 order number 6GK1561-3AA02. Check PCI hardware and software migration requirements before replacement.
Confirm the PCI bus, SIMATIC NET software version, operating system and PROFIBUS address before installing the card and DP-Base runtime.
The CP 5613 A2 provides PCI-based PROFIBUS connectivity with a DP-RAM interface and DP-Base runtime for DP master, PG and FDL functions. Siemens ended its lifecycle in 2025 and recommends CP 5613 A3 6GK1561-3AA02 for Windows 7 and newer systems.
Before commissioning, verify the complete order number 6GK1561-3AA01, physical interface, engineering software or firmware requirements, and the configuration of the existing Siemens system.
Siemens lists 6GK1561-3AA01 as PM500 with end of lifecycle on 01.10.2025 and recommends CP 5613 A3 6GK1561-3AA02 for Windows 7 and later. Moore Automated supplies quality Siemens communication processors and spares to support migration and reduce downtime.
Moore Automated supports customers with order-code verification, condition confirmation and sourcing of Siemens replacement modules or compatible spare parts for this exact configuration.
For discontinued products, the documented successor or migration path should be checked against the installed hardware, software and field wiring before replacement. This supply and verification approach helps shorten maintenance decisions and reduce unplanned downtime.
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